What is a major disadvantage of wind energy plants?

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A They emit high levels of greenhouse gases
B They require a very small area of land
C They are location-specific and require consistent wind speeds
D They use non-renewable fuel to operate

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Answer: C. They are location-specific and require consistent wind speeds

Wind turbines work well only in places with high, steady wind speeds, so wind power plants are location-specific and cannot be set up everywhere.

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